The Wales team on a homecoming parade and right, Piers Morgan (Image: Simon Galloway/PA Wire and Lionel Hahn/PA Wire)

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Morgan was reminded of England’s similar open top bus celebrations after reaching the semi-finals if Italia 90, while several concluded he would be incapable of understanding the bond between a small nation and their team.

Alun Jones @alunjonesaber tweeted: “they captured the heart of a nation...and it was their way to say thanks to the fans...no one was forced to turn up.

Following the torrent of criticism, Morgan responded by saying: “I just prefer ticker-tape receptions for teams that actually win things, sorry. Always have.”

When one supporter suggested Friday’s events were not about coming first but about a group of proud players wanting to share their greatest performance with the fans they respect so much, Morgan responded: “Actually, sport is all about coming first.”

He continued: “Life is about winning at whatever level you compete.”

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At this point, sports presenter Gabby Logan, daughter of former Wales boss Terry, chipped in, tweeting: “No it’s not, Piers is wrong. But I am up early to take a child to a sports event so I don’t have time to debate.”

To which he responded: “I’m right & I hope your child wins every race...”

An unrepentant Morgan continued: “’It’s not the winning that matters, it’s the taking part’ - the mantra of every losing British sporting team for the last 100 years.

“Any team with Bale in it has a chance to do well. Just save the ticket-tape receptions for when you win something!”

He added: “I bet Wales’ rugby stars aren’t overly impressed.”

Again, after it was pointed out a number of the Welsh rugby team have offered great words of support, Morgan was not for changing his opinion.

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Yesterday’s celebrations were heralded as a great success and a fitting end to an unforgettable few months for the Welsh nation as huge crowds took to the streets to offer their support.

Arsenal fan Morgan is no stranger when it comes to angering Welshmen. He is a regular harsh critic of Gunners midfielder Aaron Ramsey, with the Wales star previously refusing to shake his hand at a public function.